Lemony Quinoa Chickpea Salad
Lemony Quinoa Chickpea Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly combines fluffy quinoa, hearty chickpeas, and crisp vegetables, all brought together by a tangy lemon dressing. This colorful salad is ideal for picnics, meal prep, or as a light lunch at home. Simple to prepare and highly customizable, it bursts with flavor and nutrition, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup tri-color quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tbsp)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- While quinoa cooks, chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Finely dice red onion and add these along with drained chickpeas to a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Once cooked quinoa has cooled slightly, fluff with a fork and add it to the veggie mixture. Pour dressing over everything and toss gently to coat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg